Clay County, Missouri Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Missouri. Population: 69,570.
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $2,817, which is 135% higher than the Missouri state average and 46% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $256,400. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,817
+135% vs State
+46% vs US
Median Home Value
$256,400
+58% vs State
+21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.10%
+51% vs State
+16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,885
$240/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,679
$223/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,817 +3.1% | 1.10% |
| 2022 | $2,733 +5.0% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $2,603 +5.3% | 1.30% |
| 2020 | $2,473 +4.2% | 1.33% |
| 2019 | $2,373 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,150
per year
Monthly Tax
$235
per month
Other Counties in Missouri
Camden County
Tax: $1,354/yr Rate: 0.50%
Holt County
Tax: $945/yr Rate: 0.77%
Lewis County
Tax: $875/yr Rate: 0.74%
Pike County
Tax: $994/yr Rate: 0.77%
Laclede County
Tax: $1,031/yr Rate: 0.65%
Livingston County
Tax: $1,243/yr Rate: 0.90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clay County, Missouri? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $2,817 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $256,400.
How does Clay County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County are 46% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.10% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clay County? ▼
In Clay County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,885 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,679. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clay County? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $86,150. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.